Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

Crosthwaite & Gardiner Ltd; Buxted; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Crosthwaite & Gardiner Ltd in Buxted, East Sussex, is seeking a reliable Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and support the finance function in a small business environment. You will process invoices, manage payroll and VAT returns, reconcile accounts, and assist with management reports.

Knowledge of Sage or BrightPay is preferred, and you will work closely with the team to ensure timely and compliant reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Small business experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping entries.
• Process sales and purchase invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and supplier statements.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Process payroll and pension contributions.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting.
• Prepare financial reports and management information.
• Support accountants with quarter-end and year-end procedures.
• Chasing outstanding debts
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

VAT returns

Excel

Attention to detail

Tools

Kinetic

QuickBooks

Sage

BrightPay

Job description

Crosthwaite & Gardiner is a world-renowned automotive engineering company based in Buxted, East Sussex, that builds, restores, maintains, and manufactures parts for historic and classic racing cars

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities, and supporting the smooth running of the finance function.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised individual with strong numerical skills and experience using accounting software.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping entries.
• Process sales and purchase invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and supplier statements.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Process payroll and pension contributions.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting.
• Prepare financial reports and management information.
• Support accountants with quarter-end and year-end procedures.
• Chasing outstanding debts
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company procedures.

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or in a similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial processes.
• Experience using accounting or ERP software such as Kinetic, QuickBooks, or Sage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Payroll experience using sage or BrightPay
• Experience working within a small business environment.
• Local: Must be within a commutable distance to Buxted.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Pension scheme.
• Holiday entitlement